Mechanical Test Technician

Danfoss; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus system

Paid vacation

Retirement plan

Personal insurance

ERGs

Referral program

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Lead Technician in Cleveland, OH to support testing, validation, and continuous improvement of industrial clutch and brake products. This role executes experiments, calibrates equipment, analyzes data, and helps optimize product performance in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Requirements include a 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience, at least five years in technical/manufacturing roles, and hands-on skills with test gear and manufacturing tools.

Qualifications

• Associate or two-year technical degree, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• At least five years in technical/manufacturing roles.
• Hands-on with test equipment and manufacturing tools; instrumentation knowledge.
• Experience with industrial clutches/brakes assembly or maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Set up, execute, and document engineering experiments for development and validation.
• Analyze and interpret test data to identify trends and support recommendations.
• Maintain and verify calibration of test equipment for accuracy and compliance.
• Fabricate and assemble test fixtures and prototypes as needed.
• Troubleshoot and support equipment to ensure reliable operation in testing/manufacturing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve testing processes and performance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on with test equipment

Instrumentation & data acquisition

Troubleshooting technical equipment

Industrial clutches & brakes

Education

Associate or two-year technical degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/engineering technology

5 years manufacturing/technical experience

Tools

Test software

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

Danfoss is seeking a Lead Technician to support testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities for industrial clutch and brake products. This role operates within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment and is responsible for executing experiments, maintaining test equipment readiness, and ensuring reliable, high-quality product performance. This position plays a critical role in supporting product development and production by analyzing test results, maintaining equipment standards, and enabling continuous improvement initiatives.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

What You’ll Be Doing

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Set up, execute, and document engineering experiments to support product development, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Analyze and interpret test data to identify trends, evaluate product performance, and support engineering recommendations
• Maintain and verify calibration of test equipment to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with established standards
• Perform basic fabrication and assembly of test fixtures and prototypes to support testing activities
• Troubleshoot and support technical equipment to ensure consistent and efficient operation in test and manufacturing environments
• Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams to improve testing processes and product performance

What We're Looking For

Required qualifications

• Associate degree, two-year technical degree in a relevant field, or working expereince in similar field
• Minimum of five years of relevant technical or manufacturing experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience using test equipment and manufacturing tools
• Proficiency with instrumentation and related software used for test setup, data acquisition, and analysis
• Preferred qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related field
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining technical equipment in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with industrial clutches and brakes, including assembly, testing, troubleshooting, or maintenance

Job Criteria

• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new and existing technologies quickly and effectively
• Highly detail-oriented, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong sense of ownership
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including sitting or standing for extended periods
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs

What You'll Get from Us

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Retirement plan
• Personal insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Referral Program

Ready to Make a Difference?

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.